Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) – Leadership and Policy Health Science Heroes

60
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Gain Ground in the Health Sciences Field with a Doctor of Health Sciences from Liberty University
The need for health sciences professionals has never been greater. With a Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) – Leadership and Policy, you can bolster your credentials and prepare to advance your career. Whether you are an experienced allied health professional or new to the health sciences field, a DHSc degree from Liberty can help take your career to the next level.
By earning your DHSc, you can pursue work in the public and private sectors, academia, and clinical settings. Now is the perfect time to stand out and earn a Doctor of Health Sciences online from Liberty University.
Your officially conferred degree name will be Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) – Leadership and Policy.
*Some exclusions apply. Please refer to our exclusions page for more information.






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What Sets Us Apart?
- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty’s Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) Program?
We know that quality is an important factor when looking at Doctor of Health Science degrees. At Liberty, our courses are taught by talented faculty who have years of experience in the health sciences field. In addition, Liberty is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), so you can be confident that you are receiving a world-class education.
We believe that flexibility shouldn’t be sacrificed for quality. That is why our courses are offered online – so you can focus on the things that matter most. Our online Doctor of Health Sciences allows you to remain committed to your career, community, and family as you further your education. In our Doctor of Health Sciences program, you will also gain hands-on experience through a practicum in your area and an applied doctoral research project – allowing you to turn your knowledge into wisdom.
What Will You Study in Our Doctor of Health Sciences Degree?
In our Doctor of Health Sciences degree, you will study an array of topics that can strengthen your knowledge and prepare you for a variety of challenges in the field. Some of the topics you will study include the process of reviewing and critiquing health science literature, risk management, and leadership in health science environments. You will also study cultural competency, ethical issues, and teaching in the health professions.
With a wide offering of electives available for the general specialization, you can pick and choose courses that are aligned with your goals. By completing a practicum and research project, you can apply what you have learned in different settings and gain a deeper understanding of the nuances of the health sciences field.
Potential Career Opportunities
Depending on your previously obtained certifications and licenses, some of the roles you could pursue after earning this degree include:
- Exercise physiologist
- Healthcare administrator
- Healthcare communications specialist
- Hospital director
- Medical assistant
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Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Health Sciences.
- View the Graduate Health Sciences Course Guides (login required).
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
Doctoral Full Time | $595/Credit |
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Doctoral Part Time | $650/Credit |
Eligible current and former military service members and their spouses may qualify for a special rate of $300/credit hour (learn more).
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Liberty’s Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) Degree
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your doctoral degree after the last day of class for your master’s degree.
- Complete a Master’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show that you are within 6 credit hours of completion for a 30-48 credit hour master’s degree or within 9 credit hours of completion for a 49+ credit hour master’s degree.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new doctoral degree.
Transcript Policies
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
Admissions Office Contact Information
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Lynchburg, VA 24515

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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
Military Tuition Discount
We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want – at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Find out how you can take advantage of this unique opportunity as you work toward your goal of reaching the pinnacle of your profession – for less.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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